Animal Medical Center

Animal Medical Center is a full service companion animal hospital founded in 1989 by Dr. Cynthia Hartz. We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and are dedicated to becoming your partner in animal healthcare.  Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion, placing an emphasis on client education and providing high-quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet.

Our services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventative care for young, healthy pets; early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages; and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during his or her lifetime.

Please take a few moments to browse our website and learn more about AMC and the pet health-care resources provided.

Thank you for visiting and we look forward to meeting with you and you pet!
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  • Mon,Tue,Thur: 8am-8pm
  • Wed & Fri: 8am-6pm
  • Sat: 8am - 1pm
  • After Hours: 610-489-8982
  • Cynthia Hartz, DVM

    Cynthia Hartz, DVM

    Founder and President of Animal Medical Center Inc.
     
    Dr. Hartz received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Illinois in 1984.  She worked in a private practice for 5 years before founding the Animal Medical Center in 1989.  Dr. Hartz lives with her husband Doug and their three sons Bill, Sam and Karl.  They are proud owners of a Labrador Retriever named Maximum, a Dachshund named Minimum, 2 cats named Elwood and Jake, a cockatiel named Peter, a parrotlet named Junior and an African fat-tailed gecko named Sushi.

    Outside of work, Dr. Hartz enjoys running, Bible study, reading and being a Mom!

    Dr. Hartz is a member of the American Animal Hospital Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association, Association of Avian Veterinarians, American Association of Feline Practitioners and Delaware Valley Academy of Veterinary Medicine.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1984
    Education:
    University of Illinois
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  • Dr. Brian Novak, DVM

    Dr. Brian Novak, DVM

    Associate Veterinarian
     
    Dr. Brian Novak, a native of the Chicago area, always had a combined fascination with science, nature and animals which naturally led him to veterinary medicine.  A 1993 graduate of Michigan State University School of Veterinary Medicine, he worked at wildlife rehabilitation clinics in Cape Cod and on Sanibel Island, Florida for two years before moving to Tampa to work in small animal medicine.  Dr. Novak moved to the Philadelphia area in 2005 and joined the staff of Animal Medical Center.  His primary interest has always been in surgery, especially with orthopedics such as cruciate ligament disease and innately challenging surgeries in exotic animals.

    With family in Chicago and San Francisco, Dr. Novak finds himself traveling cross-country for reunions every couple of years.  This allows him to keep track of nieces, nephews, and have some family fun.  Closer to home, he loves hiking and kayaking—with his one-of-a-kind 'Florida Mountain Dog', Guinness!

    Dr. Novak is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association, the Association of Avian Veterinarians, the Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians, the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians and the Veterinary Sportsman's Society.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2005
    Education:
    Michigan State University
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  • Bridget Hanley, VMD

    Bridget Hanley, VMD

    Associate Veterinarian

    As Dr. Hanley's family knows well, she dreamed of becoming a veterinarian in kindergarten and has pursued her dream ever since. Following her graduation from Albright College and then the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2003, she worked at a small animal practice in Gilbertsville, PA, for 2 years.  Dr. Hanley joined Animal Medical Center in 2005. Her areas of interest include internal medicine and rabbit medicine.

    In October 2010, Dr. Hanley and her husband proudly welcomed the arrival of their twin baby girls, Ainsley and Alivia.  The girls join their four-legged siblings, Tilly and Bruno, English Bulldogs, and Clancy, an orange tiger cat. 

    In her spare time, Dr. Hanley visits school children and geriatric centers with her bulldog, Tilly.  She also enjoys reading when not chasing her toddler twins.

    She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association, and the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2005
    Education:
    University of Pennsylvania
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  • Kara Stover, DVM

    Kara Stover, DVM

    Associate Veterinarian

    Dr. Stover graduated from Souderton Area School District in 1993, Albright College in Reading in 1997 and Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001.  She practiced in Sellersville for over 5 years prior to joining AMC in January of 2007.

    Dr. Stover lives with her husband Eric and sons Will, Jonah, and Sam.  Over the years, the Stovers have adopted a poodle mix named Cadence and a stray kitty named Cuddles.  During her free time, Dr. Stover enjoys spending time with her family and friends as well as taking trips to the mountains of Tioga county and the beaches of Delaware and New Jersey.

    She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association and the American Animal Hospital Association. 

    Years in Practice:
    Jan 01, 2007
    Education:
    The Ohio State University
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  • Karen Crocker, DVM

    Karen Crocker, DVM

    Associate Veterinarian, Staff Training Coordinator

    Dr. Karen Crocker graduated from Hollins College in Roanoke, Virginia and the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine.  Before joining Animal Medical Center in February of 2008, Dr. Crocker was an associate veterinarian in Chester County and did veterinary work in Atlanta Georgia.

    She lives with her husband Adrian.  Their animal family includes 2 dogs Kanga and Elliot who are both mixed breed; along with 4 domestic short hair cats Merlin, Irene, Harriet and Arthur.

    In her free time, Dr. Crocker enjoys hiking with her dogs and horseback riding - - especially combined training and dressage.

    Dr. Crocker is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association and the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association.
    Years in Practice:
    Feb 01, 2008
    Education:
    University of Georgia
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  • Sue

    Sue

    Veterinary Assistant

    Sue joined the Animal Medical Center in November of 1999 as an exam room assistant.  Sue has learned all aspects of outpatient and inpatient care and is a valuable resource to AMC.

    Sue's animal family includes 4 dogs; Two Terriers from Puerto Rico named Potter and Weasley, a Terrier mix named Granger, and a German Shepherd mix named Logan.  Sue also has 2 cockatiels named Nell and Sophie, a parrotlet named Stuart and 5 rats named Brie, Gouda, Swiss, Ritz and Tray.  In her free time, Sue enjoys golfing, playing softball, swimming, going to the gym, listening to music, going to the movies, traveling and doing projects around the house.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1999
  • Shirley

    Shirley

    Animal Behavior Technician/Veterinary Assistant; CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, through the Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers); Professional Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers; Member of the Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians; Pupply Class Instructor

    Shirley joined the Animal Medical Center staff in May of 1993. 

    In 2002, Shirley attended the 5 day DOGS course at Purdue University.  This intensive course focused on Behavior Modification techniques and the importance of per-pet selection counseling and puppy socialization.  Seeing the importance of these services we started offering Pre-Purchase Selection Counseling to help you decide which breed would be the best fit for your family, as well as what to expect in the important first year; First Steps Puppy Socialization classes for pups under 16 weeks of age; and Next Steps Puppy Manners for pups older than 16 weeks of age.  Our goal is to get all puppies and their owners off to a great start to help avoid behavior issues as their pup matures.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1993
    Education:
    DOGS! Course at Purdue University
    Specialties:
    Training, Behavior
  • Denise

    Denise

    Veterinary Assistant
     
    Denise joined the Animal Medical Center in November of 2006.  She majored in Veterinary Technology at Manor College and is currently working toward her degree in Nursing at Montgomery County Community College.  Denise has worked in various assistant roles in area veterinary hospitals.

    Denise lives with her husband Dave and their dogs Joey and Ida.  When she's not at AMC, Denise enjoys exercising, cooking and watching movies.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2006
    Education:
    Manor College, Montgomery County Community College
  • Stephanie, CVT

    Stephanie, CVT

    Certified Veterinary Technician

    Stephanie joined the Animal Medical Center in December 2011. She has an Associates degree from Manor College in the Program of Veterinary Technology.

    Stephanie currently lives with her fiance Nelson; daughter Gabriella; a Siberian Husky named Spyro; a pit bull named Cash; and two cats named Precious and Boots. Stephanie enjoys spending time with her family, taking Spyro out for jogs and going horseback riding.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
    Education:
    Manor College
  • Amanda

    Amanda

    Veterinary Assistant

    Amanda joined the staff of Animal Medical Center in August 2008.  Amanda's prior work experience includes volunteering at a wildlife rehabilitation center and also working at the Philadelphia Zoo doing live animal presentations.  She attended Moravian College where she received her BS in biology.

    Amanda's furry family consists of Ava the Rottweiler, Baron the yellow lab and 2 cats, Jake and Oliver.  Amanda also has a 4 alpacas: Zeus, Zeke, Max and Noah.

    When Amanda is not at AMC, she enjoys playing soccer, reading, being outdoors and spending time with her animals.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2008
    Education:
    Moravian College
  • Ashlie

    Ashlie

    Veterinary Assistant

    Ashlie joined the Animal Medical Center in September 2008.  Her previous occupations include work as an animal care technician at the  Montgomery County SPCA, a dental assistant in a Souderton based dental practice and as a veterinary assistant in a Phoenixville clinic.  She is currently attending evening classes at a local college and is working towards a career in the medical field.

    Ashlie enjoys all animals,especially her 3 cats, Grandfather,  Bilbo Baggins and Helm.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2008
  • Rachael

    Rachael

    Veterinary Assistant

    Rachael joined the Animal Medical Center in March of 2008.  She worked as a veterinary technician and veterinary receptionist in another local animal hospital for 5 years prior to joining our team.  She has also worked at Pfizer Pharmaceuticals as a Registered Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician, in which she holds a degree.

    Rachael lives with her husband, Tyler; two German Shepherds Turbo and Nala; five cats Baby, Powder, Mojo, Kit-Tin, Tiger Man; and one rattie girl  Bo Tat. When she's not at AMC, Rachael enjoys sudoku, four wheeler riding, baking, listening to music, watching movies and spending time with friends.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2008
  • Diana

    Diana

    Veterinary Assistant

    Diana joined the Animal Medical Center in October of 2009.  She received a BS in Small Animal Science and Biotechnology from Delaware Valley College.  Before joining AMC's team, she worked in several other local animal hospitals as a veterinary technician.  She also worked in the clinical research field.

    When she's not at AMC, Diana enjoys spending time with her family and friends.  She just recently got involved with fostering for the Adopt a Boxer Rescue.  She currently lives with her fiance, Matt, and their boxer Mia, who they rescued from AABR in April, 2012.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2009
    Education:
    Delaware Valley College
  • Mona

    Mona

    Client Care Specialist

    Mona, a part-time receptionist since 1995, feels she was born loving dogs.  She shares her barn home with Clover, a Deer Hound; Lavish, a PBGV; and Talisker, a Morgan horse.

    In her other life, Mona is an Associate Director of Student Financial Services at Ursinus College.  She especially enjoys her wonderful role as grandmother to Catherine, Jeremy, and two-year old twins, Leo and Christian.   Over the years, Mona has participated in many canine activities including visiting a geriatric facility with her otterhound; finishing several AKC champions; and serving as a whipper-in for a working pack of French basset hounds that hunt in Chester County.  Mona attended MacMurray College and Penn State.

    Mona particularly enjoys meeting AMC clients and their pets and strives to give them the attention she likes to receive when her own pets are patients.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1995
  • Dawn

    Dawn

    Client Care Specialist

    Dawn has years of experience as a veterinary receptionist and assistant in veterinary hospitals.  Dawn's full-time career is a student accounts assistant at Ursinus College in the financial aid center.

    Dawn shares her home with her husband Bob and their 2 teenagers Amber and Aaron.  Their animal family includes 2 dogs Chaos and Russell, 2 cats Gandalf and Riley, a bird named Taz, 3 ferrets Manny, Boo and Loco and a horse named Starduster.  When she is not at work, Dawn enjoys spending time with her family.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1989
  • Ashley

    Ashley

    Veterinary Assistant/ Client Care Specialist

    Ashley joined the Animal Medical Center in September of 2010. Her previous experiences include working in retail management and as a paralegal in both insurance subrogation and real estate tax collection. She studied Early Childhood and Special Education at West Chester University.


    Ashley lives in Spring City with her boyfriend, Chris, their rescued pit bulls Smokey, Bandit and Athena; cats Oreo, Cece, Jipse and Sooki; Ellie Mae the leopard gecko, their tropical and pond fish. In her free time she enjoys volunteering  for Philadelphia's Animal Control Shelter (ACCT) and considers herself a "bully breed" advocate. She also enjoys baking cakes and cupcakes, photography and spending time outdoors.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2010
    Education:
    West Chester University
  • Kelly

    Kelly

    Client Care Specialist

    Kelly joined the practice in December, 2011 after leaving the high-stress world of a 24 hour Emergency Veterinary Hospital.  Before joining the Veterinary Field, Kelly worked for 11 years as an Addictions Technician at a local in-patient drug and alcohol rehabilitation center.

    Kelly was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, and moved to Schwenksville, PA in 1991.  Kelly lives with her boyfriend, Robert, and their Italian Greyhound, Zero; Chihuahua, Lily; and 17 year old fat cat, Kia.

    When not working, Kelly enjoys her addiction to "Angry Birds" on her iPad, watching Animal Planet with Lily (the chihuahua), and walking on the Perkiomen Trail.

    Years in Practice:
    Dec 04, 2011
  • Bethany Bergen

    Bethany Bergen

    Client Care Specialist

    Bethany joined Animal Medical Center in September 2010. Her previous work experience includes positions in Customer Service and Retail Management. Bethany recieved a BA in Psychology and Sociology from Houghton College.

    Bethany lives with her families two dogs, Sophie, a Newfoundland Mix, and Jorja, a German Shepherd. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching movies, running with her dogs, and traveling whenever possible.  

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2010
    Education:
    Houghton College
  • Amanda N

    Amanda N

    Veterinary Assistant

    Amanda joined Animal Medical Center in February of 2012 after working multiple positions at veterinary clinics. She graduated from Delaware Valley College in 2011 with a Bachelor's Degree in Small Animal Science specializing in Animal Behavior.

    Amanda lives with her fianceé, Ryan and her infant daughter Braelyn, along with a 4 year old Great Dane, Harley, 5 chinchillas; Chilli, Smudge, Snowball, Storm & Almond, and a rabbit named Nieva who she rescued after she was found hopping in the snow along a busy road in February of 2013. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and playing with all her furry critters!

    Years in Practice:
    Jun 01, 2012
    Education:
    Delaware Valley College
  • Ken Bishop

    Ken Bishop

    Veterinary Assistant

    Ken joined Animal Medical Center in August, 2012 as a Veterinary Assistant.  He attended Manor Junior College majoring in the Veterinary Technology program.  Prior to joining Animal Medical Center, Ken worked as a Pharmaceutical/Veterinary Technician for over 14 years at an animal hospital in Chester County.

    Ken lives with his wife and 2 sons in Telford, PA.  His animal family includes 4 Boston Terriers, Rossie, Opal, Ruby and Izzy; and a horse, Brisk.  In his spare time, Ken enjoys working on restoring his old farmhouse, working on classic cars, visiting the mountains and seashore, and spending time with his family and pets.

    Years in Practice:
    Aug 27, 2012
    Education:
    Manor College
  • Jane Olson

    Jane Olson

    Practice Manager

    Jane joined Animal Medical Center in June, 2012, as Practice Manager.  She graduated from Central Connecticut State University with a major in Business.  Prior to joining Animal Medical Center, Jane was the Director of Operations/Marketing/Network Development for a national healthcare organization. 

    She was born and raised in Connecticut and relocated to PA for her job in 2002.  Jane lives in Royersford along with her 2 furry cat friends, Poptart, 4 years old, a rescue as a kitten from a local shelter, and Maxwell, 11 years old, the 'runt' of the litter - born in a barn.

    In her spare time, Jane enjoys volunteering at animal shelters, vegetable and flower gardening, flea marketing, arts & crafts, and DIY projects around her house.  She previously volunteered at an animal shelter in Connecticut where she worked as a volunteer, newsletter editor and helped with fundraising; and at a couple of shelters here in PA.  Jane also has participated in many community networking and business professional organizations and had volunteered as a Big Sister for the CT Big Brother/Big Sister organization.

    Years in Practice:
    Aug 27, 2012
    Education:
    Central Connecticut State University
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  • Miranda

    Support Assistant

    Miranda joined Animal Medical Center November, 2011.  She is interested in going to school to become a Veterinary Technician and has been observing and assisting in exam rooms and in the reception area.  She also provides assistance in the maintenance of the hospital.  Miranda is entering her senior year at Spring-Ford High School.

    Miranda lives with her mom, dad, 2 sisters and their 2, 11 year-old boxer lab mixes, Cocoa and Fudge.  In her spare time she enjoys playing soccer, camping and spending time with friends and family.

    Years in Practice:
    Aug 30, 2012